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The Astor Place Cube Will Be Back On Wednesday!
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Lauren Evans
Published Jun 19, 2016
Modified Jun 20, 2016
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REJOICE, for the Astor Place cube (née the Alamo) will be back in its rightful home on Wednesday, following a 14-month absence.
The good news comes courtesy of EV Grieve, courtesy of the Astor Place Construction Bulletin. See? It's right here:
The 1,800 pound cube—designed by the late artist Tony Rosenthal—has been a fixture at Astor Place since 1967. It was packed up in November of 2014 while the surrounding area was reconstructed, and I wonder if it will even recognize its former home once it's reinstated. I hope it returns covered in tiny mirrors, like a disco ball.
Additionally, a portion of Jim Power's Mosaic Trail will also be replaced. What's next? The return of Mars Bar? Arrow Bar? CBGBWreck Room? Dare to dream, New York.
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